VPET USA LLC Hiring for Distribution and Logistics Coordinator Job at Fontana, CA Full Time

Leads activities with internal stakeholders: logistics operations, manufacturing, finance, and engineering departments and develop bid specifications, identify potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, prepare bid-recaps, and make sourcing recommendations. You will successfully work independently and as part of a team to source/secure customer orders and procure qualified carriers to transport freight in a timely manner while maximizing margins, developing relationships, and minimizing risks.

Essential Responsibilities:

· Works with Logistics manager to create and develop carrier set-up & compliance procedures & guidelines.

· Collaborates with Shipping and receiving team to dispatch drivers with a high-level of detail and input all pertinent driver/shipment details into the SAP/BM system and continue monitoring, communicating and updating the system until the completion.

· Provides updates to internal and external customers on shipment status.

· Update/enter customer and carrier profiles in the SAP / Batch master.

· Route, enter, and schedule (or reschedule) customer load tenders and related administrative duties with accuracy and efficiency.

· Source (new and existing) carriers to build a pipeline/network for supporting VPET customers and to pre-plan the use of carrier equipment for efficiency.

· Aggressive rate negotiations with carrier partners to hit target booking prices.

· Be a problem-solver and solutions-provider to all customers, carriers, and VPET internal customers.

· Provide back-up support as needed to other department team members to ensure customer and carrier satisfaction.

· Prepares reports and updates Logistics KPI’s for Tier II management meeting.

· Other tasks as assigned by Management team.

Minimum Requirements:

· Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills.

· Adapt to new processes, products, and technologies as required. Learn and understand our products and technology at a level sufficiently high enough to efficiently identify and route requests for assistance to the proper division department or individual.

· Ability to work within a fast-paced, deadline-driven, multi-discipline environment.

· Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, identifies and addresses problems and meets deadlines.

· Identify and resolve problems on time, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality.

· Self-motivated with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

· High level of attention to detail, and process-driven to balance timeliness and quality of service. Metrics for quality and efficiency will be developed and maintained.

· Computer skills: Intermediate knowledge and experience in computer office programs of Word, Excel and Outlook are requirements for this job.

Physical Requirements:
Requirements include, but are not limited to:

· Normal conditions for an office environment

· Requires sitting, operating a computer keyboard, telephone and other office equipment for extended periods.

Education/Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree and at least 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment.

· 10+ years of experience in a similar role or a combination of experience and education will be considered.

· Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.

· Consulting experience is a bonus

· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

· Experience in the plastic bottle industry or in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Competitive Benefits:

· Employer paid 100% medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.

· 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 4%.

· Company offers vacation and sick pay.

· Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.

· Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Social Distancing; Masks Required; Sanitizing Stations

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No